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Rhinovirus, computer illustration. The rhinovirus infects the upper respiratory tract and is the cause of the common cold. It is spread by coughs and sneezes. [Kateryna Kon / Science Photo Library / ...

A study conducted at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil reveals that tissues such as the tonsils and adenoids can ...

We may be a few years out from the COVID-19 pandemic, but similar to influenza, each season brings a new strain of the respiratory infection—some of which are stronger and more contagious than others.

A new study found that nasal cells act as a first line of defense against the common cold, working together to block rhinovirus soon after infection. A fast antiviral response can stop the virus ...

New research shows the common cold virus may stay hidden in the body and spread without symptoms long after recovery.

A new study led by researchers at National Jewish Health has found that recent infection with the common cold - often caused by rhinoviruses - may offer temporary protection against infection with ...

When a rhinovirus, the most frequent cause of the common cold, infects the lining of our nasal passages, our cells work together to fight the virus by triggering an arsenal of antiviral defenses. In a ...

LOS ANGELES -- Every time kids go back to school, the whole family gets sick. CDC data reveals we haven't had this many cases of the common cold since we hit another high peak three years ago! As flu ...

Rhinoviruses are the most common cause of colds and can lead to symptoms like a runny nose and a sore throat. Adenoviruses can cause cold-like symptoms but are more likely than rhinoviruses to lead to ...

INDIANAPOLIS — It’s that time of the year when many people are starting to feel sick. Different illnesses are starting to spread around the classroom and the workplace. Flu season is just starting, ...